TNT Freight Management has selected Four Softs iDRIVE business intelligence application for their global operations.
Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
TNT Freight Management to implement Four Softs iDRIVE business intelligence application
Apr 05, 2006
Weetabix starts global IT project to help forecast demand
Apr 05, 2006
Weetabix has just started to implement TXT demand planning software to improve the information flow for its supply chain.
TXT e-solutions unveils new software and services at Retail Solutions
Apr 05, 2006
TXT, a European supply chain software vendor, will be using this years Retail Solutions show in June at Birminghams NEC to unveil new advancements in its retail suite, TXTPERFORM
CODEGATES SOLUTION DELIVERS SUCCESS
Apr 05, 2006
Codegate, the mobile data capture specialist, has launched MobileCourier - a software solution that addresses a wide range of distribution and delivery needs
Psion and TAGSYS collaborate on RFID Mobility Systems
Apr 05, 2006
Seamless integration of TAGSYS RFID technology into Psion Teklogix devices to improve Logistics Applications
New Intermec EasyCoder PD41 Printer Makes Rugged, Best-in-Class Performance Affordable for All
Apr 05, 2006
Offers Ethernet as standard configuration, not an expensive option and supports all printer command languages and Unicode for global font support
Information Management Solutions 2006 (IMS)
Apr 05, 2006
New show to run alongside established Online Information 2006
Socket Communications Teams with 3G Touch to Deliver Innovative Inventory Tracking and Order Fulfillment Solution
Apr 05, 2006
Combined Solution Utilizing Palm Treo Smartphones Enables Kelleher Corporation to Increase Order Processing and Fulfillment Efficiency for Enterprise Customers Ten Fold
3G Touch Solutions, a…
Best Practice Accreditation for TNT Logistics IT Department
Apr 05, 2006
TNT Logistics UK has been approved to the ISO/IEC 20000-1 IT Service Management Accreditation the first 3PL to gain certification for its entire IT department
Vocollect to Acquire Adherence Technologies Corporation
Apr 05, 2006
Acquisition expands use of Voice-Directed WorkT in healthcare industry
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.